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Thursday, June 6, 2013

When we think of gadgets,
the first thing that comes to mind is electronic items like phones,
laptops, tablets, etc. Calling a shoe a gadget may be debatable but
once you see the technology put into it, you just might agree with
me.

Bold claim

Boost technology was
developed by Adidas working together with BASF. Instead of using
standard EVA foam, they designed a foam composed of small energy
capsules that is supposed to store and release energy as well as
provide extremely soft cushioning. Now this is a really bold claim
and to be honest, I was very skeptical about it especially at the
price they are asking for.

Adidas designed the shoe
to be light weight. The upper portion is made from a material called
"tech fit" which feels like your are wearing compression
socks. It's nice and snug but does not provide much protection from
the elements. I once stepped into a puddle while running and my feet
got wet. If you plan to use it in a cold place, be prepared to have
cold feet. On the other hand, the material is breathable and provides
great ventilation. I think Adidas marketing did a really good job
promoting the boost technology. I have gotten questions from friends,
people at the gym and even complete strangers asking me, "Does
it really work?"

The Big Question

First of all, I have to
state that I am not a professional runner nor do I run marathons. I
am what you might call a "leisure runner". I have been
using this shoe for a little over a month and have logged about 35-40
km. Yet each time I put it on, my first thought is always, "Wow!
These are really light and comfortable." In fact, I will go out
on a limb and say that these are the most comfortable shoes I have
ever worn. It does provide a spring in your step but more noticeable
to me is the cushioning it provides. I notice that my knees and shins
hurt less after a long run and my feet are less sore. Another feature
is that it is miCoach compatible, meaning you could put the miCoach
sensor and pair it with your iOS, Mac or PC to get data like
acceleration, speed, distance, etc, it's very similar to Nike+. Of
course, this is another $60-70! On top of the $150 cost per pair
(Php7000+). Adidas also has a model called Adistar Boosts if you need
more stability.

So does it really work? I
would say, yes! Should you buy one? Yes! Only if you are willing to
part with your hard earned cash. But if you are happy with your old
pair of running shoes then I would wait for Adidas to have their
Boost technology trickle down their product line. My problem now is
that after using it, I just can't go back to my old running shoes.
Thank you Adidas, now I'm hooked.

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